My favorite CW show, "All-American" returns Jan. 23 with exciting new episodes.

I've been anxiously waiting to see what is next for Tamia "Coop" Cooper, aka Bre-Z, Billy (Taye Diggs), Laura (Monet Mazur) Spencer (Daniel Ezra), Asher (Cody Christian), JJ (Hunter Clowdus), Jordan (Michael Evans Behling), Layla (Greta Onieogou), Olivia (Samantha Logan), Jayme (Miya Horcher), and the rest of the crew.

N2Entertainment.net chatted with "Bre-Z" at the 28th Annual Critics Choice Awards which were held Jan. 15 at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles. The affable and talented young actress said that audiences are in for some "big surprises" on this season.

The Jan. 23 episode titled "Feels So Good" finds Billy (Diggs) celebrating his surprise birthday party thrown by Laura (Mazur).

Billy has a huge decision to make about his future and Spencer (Ezra) lets him know just how much the student/athletes need him both on and off the field.

Spencer and Olivia (Logan) have some issues to iron out as well as they move on from their relationship. Can they really just kiss and say goodbye?

Jayme (Horcher) gives Asher (Christian) advice about his conversation with JJ (Clowdus), but she could use a bit of advice as well about being vigilant.

Meanwhile, Jordan (Behling) and Layla (Onieogou) can't seem to get out of their own way and make a go of their lustful relationship.

I love every character on this show, especially Bre-Z, and the writing is just phenomenal. The first episode of the new season looks mighty explosive and gives us a glimpse of all the exciting drama ahead.

Don't miss the return of "All-American" on Jan. 23 at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) on the CW Network.

Following "All-American" is the new season of "All-American: Homecoming" at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) on the CW.
The season premiere episode, "Rock the Boat" has Simone (Geffri Maya)--another big talent-- forced to stand up for herself with her support system fighting right by her side. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) is at a personal low, but things get worse when a salacious rumor circulates about him and the baseball team.

Keisha's (Netta Walker) dance trajectory hits a major roadblock leaving everyone to rally around her. JR (Sylvester Powell) reflects on his friendship when Cam (Mitchell Edwards) shows interest in KEK. Then, Amara (Kelly Jenrette) is having a time trying to balance being president and an aunt.

"All-American" and "All-American: Homecoming" are two of the best shows around. Don't just take my word for it, check out both shows Jan. 23 starting at 8 p.m. (ET/PT).

Editor's Note: Some information used in this article obtained from the CW Network publicity department.